Best 5 Lentil Rice Burritos Recipes

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Are you looking for a quick and easy meal that is both delicious and nutritious? Then, lentil rice burritos are the perfect choice for you. This dish is a great way to enjoy the benefits of lentils and rice, two nutrient-rich ingredients that are packed with fiber, protein, and vitamins. Plus, the combination of flavors in this dish is simply divine. The lentils and rice are simmered in a fragrant sauce made with cumin, coriander, and turmeric. This flavorful mixture is then wrapped in warm tortillas and topped with your favorite fillings, such as avocado, salsa, and sour cream.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LENTILS AND RICE WITH FRIED ONIONS (MUJADARRAH)



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This may sound like a plain recipe, but believe me, it's wonderful! It is an easy-to-make Middle Eastern comfort food that combines lentils, rice and delicious fried onions. The yogurt really gives it a super flavor!

Provided by Melissa Mueller

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Rice     Beans and Rice Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 tablespoons olive oil
1 large white onion, sliced into rings
1 ⅓ cups uncooked green lentils
¾ cup uncooked long-grain white rice
salt and pepper to taste
¼ cup plain yogurt or sour cream

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onions, and cook about 10 minutes, until browned. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Place lentils in a medium saucepan with enough lightly salted water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer about 15 minutes.
  • Stir rice and enough water to cover into the saucepan with the lentils. Season with salt and pepper. Cover saucepan, and continue to simmer 15 to 20 minutes, until rice and lentils are tender.
  • Mix half the onions into the lentil mixture. Top with yogurt or sour cream and remaining onions to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 534.8 calories, Carbohydrate 69.1 g, Cholesterol 0.9 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 10.6 g, Protein 17.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 311.9 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

LENTIL BURRITOS



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I'm constantly trying to incorporate healthy but tasty meals into our menu. Kids and adults alike love these mildly spiced burritos that combine filling lentils with crisp zucchini. -Pam Masters, Wickenburg, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 burritos.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups water
1 cup dried brown lentils
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 small zucchini, chopped
1 cup taco sauce
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed

Steps:

  • Place first six ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until lentils are tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain if necessary., Stir zucchini, taco sauce and cheese into lentils. To serve, place about 1/2 cup lentil mixture on each tortilla and roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 9mg cholesterol, Sodium 452mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 14g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LENTIL BURRITOS



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My Fiance has decided that he isn't overly fond of lentils. When I prepare them this way he doesn't seem to complain as much. The burrito get this lovely crunchy bottom to them that is almost like pastry. It is my favourite part. These are very filling! One is often enough. Although I may make mine a bit bigger than the average person.

Provided by Saturn

Categories     Rice

Time 55m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups water
1 cup dried lentils (green or brown)
1 1/2 cups cooked white rice or 1 1/2 cups cooked brown rice
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix (I use Hot 'n Spicy)
5 -8 large tortillas
6 ounces cheddar cheese (use whatever you have on hand) or 6 ounces monterey jack cheese, sliced thinly (use whatever you have on hand)
cheddar cheese, grated, optional topping
sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Put the water in a large pot. Bring to a boil.
  • Stir in the lentils and cover. Lower the heat and simmer for 40 minutes.
  • Dump the lentils (and any remaining water) into a large bowl. Add the cooked rice, tomato paste, taco seasoning mix. Stir well.
  • Lightly grease a large casserole dish. (I use a 9" x 13" cake pan.).
  • Preheat your oven to 350°.
  • On the counter (or other work space) lay out a tortilla. Put a line of the filling just below the horizontal center. I probably add about 1/2 a cup of filling to each burrito.
  • Make sure that there is about an inch or so at either end of the line that doesn't have filling on it.
  • Place a couple of slices of cheese on top of the line of filling.
  • I have also placed some sliced and pan fried chicken breast on top at this point as well. Makes my Fiance happy when he can see meat in a meal.
  • Fold up the bottom of the tortilla to cover the filling (or partially cover). Then fold over both sides. Then continue rolling to the top.
  • The burrito should be about 1 1/2" wide and about 4" long.
  • Place seam side down in the prepared pan.
  • Continue with the rest of the wraps.
  • At this point, you can either put them in the oven as is, or you can top them with some grated cheese. I think about 1/2 a cup of grated cheese would be more than sufficient. I don't usually top mine with the cheese.
  • Place in the oven. Cook for about 20-30 minutes. It depends on whether or not you used cheese.
  • The tops don't usually get too brown for me. They just get a lovely crustiness to them. You could rub some butter on top before cooking if you wanted them to brown a bit more.
  • Let stand for a few minutes before serving.
  • First time I made this, I only made 5 and I had about a cup of leftover filling. We ate the leftover filling as Sloppy Joe's on a nice crusty roll. I enjoyed it heated up on it's own.

LENTIL-RICE BURRITOS



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Make and share this Lentil-Rice Burritos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Donna Matthews

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup brown rice, long grain is best
3/4 cup dried lentils
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/4 teaspoon oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon thyme
3 cups chicken broth

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in oven-proof casserole dish.
  • Cover and bake in 300 degree oven for 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
  • Add more broth if it starts getting dry.
  • Serve with flour tortillas, grated cheese, chopped onions, sour cream, etc.

SPICY RICE BURRITOS



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Homemade wholemeal wraps stuffed with spicy tomato rice and avocado make the perfect finger food

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tbsp rapeseed oil, plus 2 tsp
2 onions (320g), finely chopped
150g brown basmati rice
2-3 tsp mild chilli powder
1 tsp each ground coriander and cumin
400g can chopped tomatoes
2 tbsp tomato purée
400g can black beans, drained
180g spelt wholemeal flour, plus extra for dusting and a little for sprinkling
2 avocados
1 lime, juiced
4 large iceberg lettuce leaves (about 120g)
198g can sweetcorn, drained
120g pot bio yogurt
15g coriander, finely chopped
12 Kalamata olives, halved

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp oil in a non-stick pan, add the onions and cook for 10 mins over a medium heat. Stir in the rice and spices, tip in the tomatoes with a can of water and the tomato purée, then cover and simmer for 25 mins. Stir in the beans, take off the lid, bring back up to a simmer and cook for 5-10 mins more until the rice is tender. Leave to cool.
  • Meanwhile, tip the flour into a small bowl. Mix the 2 tsp of oil with 115ml cold water, then into the flour and stir with the blade of a cutlery knife until the mixture starts to come together into a soft dough. Use your hands to bring the mixture into a ball, then quarter and cover with a tea towel while you wait for the rice to cook and cool.
  • Lightly flour the work surface and heat a large non-stick frying pan over a medium heat, but don't add any oil. Roll out one of the balls of dough to a rough circle about 25cm that is paper-thin. Carefully peel off the work surface and slap into the frying pan. The dough will cook within a minute, then flip over and cook for a few seconds more. Lift onto a plate and cook the remaining dough in the same way. Cover the wraps until you need them.
  • Roughly smash the avocados with the lime juice. Lay the whole lettuce leaves over the wraps, then add a layer of rice, scatter with sweetcorn, then top with the avocado, yogurt, coriander and olives. Carefully roll up into burritos. Wrap two of the burritos in baking parchment and store in the fridge overnight. Will keep chilled for up to a day. If putting in a lunchbox, use an ice pack to keep them cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 641 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 4 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 84 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 16 grams sugar, Fiber 18 grams fiber, Protein 20 grams protein, Sodium 0.58 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Use a variety of lentils. Different lentils have different flavors and textures, so using a mix can create a more complex and interesting dish.
  • Cook the lentils until they are tender but still hold their shape. Overcooked lentils will become mushy and lose their flavor.
  • Season the lentils well. Lentils can be bland on their own, so it's important to season them well with salt, pepper, and other spices.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Vegetables add flavor, color, and nutrients to the burritos. Use whatever vegetables you have on hand, or that are in season.
  • Don't overstuff the burritos. If you overstuff them, they will be difficult to roll and eat. Aim for a burrito that is about 1/2 cup of filling.
  • Serve the burritos with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Lentil and rice burritos are a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little planning, you can have a batch of lentil and rice burritos ready in the freezer to enjoy whenever you want.

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